"The Gift of the Magi" Review

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What do the actions of both characters in 'The Gift of the Magi' reveal about them?

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They want to give a gift as valuable as they think their spouse is.

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How was Della feeling at the beginning of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Upset because she didn’t have much money to spend on a gift for Jim.

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How much money does Della have at the beginning of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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$1.87

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What did Jim sell in order to buy Della a gift?

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His pocket watch.

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What does Jim end up buying for Della?

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Beautiful combs for her hair.

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What is the main theme of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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The theme of selfless love and sacrifice.

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Who are the main characters in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Della and Jim.

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What does Della sell to buy Jim a gift?

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Her long hair.

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What is the significance of the title 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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It refers to the wise men who gave valuable gifts, paralleling Della and Jim's sacrifices.

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What literary device is prominently used in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Irony.